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FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.58
Implementation of LVL intoEngineering Software for Roof Trusses The last few years have seen the increasing use of LVL in the Australian construction industry. It is widely used for beams, lintels,...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.57
Fasteners v/s Nail Plates inLaminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) With the increasing adoption of LVLs in the Truss and Frame industry, there is a growing concern about which Joint Group to apply for the...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.56
Condensation Management in Roof Cavity Condensation in a roof cavity refers to the process by which water vapour in the air inside the roof space changes from a gas into liquid droplets when it...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.55
“Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine.” I recently had a moment where I felt just like Rick Blaine in Casablanca, pondering over a coincidence so unlikely and...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.54
Fit for Purpose use of Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) Our Industry is experiencing a deluge of Engineered Wood Products [EWP], especially LVLs. Both local and overseas manufacturers are offering,...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.53
Gable End Framing Gable ends are a very common way to frame a building end and provide protection from the elements. Considering the load paths for both gravity loads and uplift forces is critical...
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FTMA Tech Talk – Ed. 52
Awning Truss Design Considerations An awning truss usually refers to a cantilevered truss with a collinear support configuration, e.g., attached to a vertical wall of a building. You may have seen...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.51
Protect Your Frames & Trusses We are continuing to face difficult times in the building industry. The aftermath of COVID has seen disruption of supply chains and shifts in workforce...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.50
Rotational Restraint in Girder-Supported Trusses A Girder truss is one that is designed to be stronger than a standard truss in order to support other trusses and beams in a roof. When utilising a...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.49
Confusion and Misconceptions with Vertical End Bracing When it comes to the design and detailing of roof bracing, one commonly overlooked aspect is vertical end bracing or “cut-off” end bracing,...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.48
With the United Nations’ commitment to reaching Net Zero Carbon emissions by their target of 2050, it is imperative that building designers understand the importance of sustainable building...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.47
Changes in AS1684-2021 for Holes& Notches in Wall Frame Members There are many reasons why members in wall frames would require holes, notches or rebates and it could range from electrical or...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.46
Are Your Trusses Shallow? Land sizes are getting smaller, and the demand for energy efficient homes with maximised space and cheaper costs is on the rise. Open plans and higher ceilings are now the...
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